Board of Health - Barrington, NJ

09/10/2026

You are never alone, and your story isn't over. 💜🩵

This World Su***de Prevention Day, let’s remind each other that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you or someone you know is struggling, going through a dark time, or just needs someone to talk to, support is available 24/7.Please save these numbers or share this post—you never know who might need to see it today.

National & State Support (24/7, Free & Confidential):📲 Call or Text 988

Su***de & Crisis Lifeline💬 Text HOME to 741741

Crisis Text Line📞 1-855-654-6735

NJ Hopeline (Peer Support & Su***de Prevention) Local Camden County Resources:
🏥 Oaks Integrated Care Crisis Screening Center: 856-428-HELP (4357) – Camden County's 24/7 mental health crisis center

👧 2NDFLOOR Youth Helpline: Call or text 1-888-222-2228 (Ages 10–24)

🤝 Camden County Family Support Organization: 856-662-2600

Check in on others, hold space for yourselves, and remember: tomorrow needs you.

08/29/2026

Did you know that 1 in 9 Camden County residents (and 1 in 7 children) faces food insecurity?

Rising costs impact everyday lives right here in Barrington, leading families, seniors, and working adults to rely on our local pantry. Keeping these shelves stocked ensures no neighbor gets left behind. Small donations make a massive impact right here at home! 💛

👇 See how you can help:

🥫❤️ Help Us Stock the Barrington Food Pantry!

This Sunday, volunteers will be outside ShopRite in Lawnside from 8:00am –1:00pm collecting non-perishable food items and gift card donations to support our Borough Food Pantry.

Our pantry helps feed dozens of local families and is also what we use to keep our Little Food Pantry at Deere Field stocked for anyone in our community who may need a little extra help.

If you’re doing your grocery shopping Sunday morning, please consider picking up a few extra non-perishable items or a gift card and dropping them off with our volunteers on your way out. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference!

🏛️ Can’t make it Sunday?
Food and other donations can be dropped off anytime at Barrington Borough Hall inside the double glass sliding doors off the parking lot.

💵 Want to make a monetary donation?
Checks can be made payable to “Borough of Barrington” with “ABLE” written in the memo line and either dropped off or mailed to Borough Hall.

Thank you for continuing to support our food pantry and helping us take care of our neighbors right here in Barrington! ❤️

08/23/2026

Today is the day! 🎨✨

Join us TODAY from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Borough Hall for our Signs of Hope community sign-making event.

Stop by anytime during those hours to craft a message of encouragement, connect with neighbors, and help us blanket our town in support and hope.

Drop-ins are completely welcome. See you this afternoon! 💙

08/20/2026

Your words matter. Your voice matters. ❤️

Join us at Borough Hall this Sunday, August 23rd, between 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM for our Signs of Hope event.

No special artistic skills are needed—just a heart for helping others and a willingness to spread kindness. We'll provide all the supplies to create signs that will bring light and encouragement to our entire town.

Come for 20 minutes or stay the whole time. We can't wait to create with you!

08/17/2026

Honoring those we’ve lost. Supporting those in recovery. 🕯️💜

The Camden County Remembrance and Hope Memorial Vigil is holding space for friends, family, and neighbors to come together to spread a message of hope and raise awareness for mental health and addiction recovery in our community.

📍 Timber Creek Park, Blackwood, NJ
🕖 7:00 PM | Rain or Shine
🔗 Full event details: Remembrance and Hope Memorial Vigil | Camden County, NJ

08/14/2026

Looking for practical ways to support loved ones or community members through tough times?

The Camden County Office of Mental Health & Addiction (OMHA), in partnership with 52 Weeks Therapy, is hosting a free virtual session as part of our Community Training Series: *Tools for Effective Support*.

**Upcoming Session:**
• **Anger Management** – Wednesday, September 16

This free workshop provides actionable, real-world strategies for anyone guiding individuals through crisis or transition. DRCC recertification credits are available for attendees.

Space is limited! Scan the QR code in the flyer or register today at: camdencounty.info/ToolsforEffectiveSupport

08/13/2026

Save the Date 📅

Let’s fill our town with hope and encouragement! ☀️🎨

Mark your calendars for our community Signs of Hope event in honor of Su***de Prevention Month.

Join us on Sunday, August 23rd, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Borough Hall. We’ll be gathering to create uplifting signs filled with supportive words and artwork to display all across town.

Your message could be the exact reminder someone needs to see that they are not alone. All are welcome—bring your family, your friends, and your creativity!

08/13/2026

Curious about how local traffic & fumes affect community health in Barrington? 📢

If you missed our last Board of Health meeting, don't worry—the presentation recording is now available! Super thanks to Melissa Evanego from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection!

08/13/2026

Jefferson Health is hosting an upcoming Food Pantry & School Supply Drive to help support local families this season! 🎒📦